This episode explores why communication in paediatric care so often breaks down — not because doctors don’t explain enough, but because real‑world communication is full of mental “background noise.” While the ideal scenario assumes perfect listening and perfect understanding, the reality is far more complex. Parents and children arrive with their own storylines, worries, and assumptions, all of which distort how information is received.

We cover:

• The gap between ideal communication and real‑world communication
• Why information gets lost, distorted, or misunderstood
• How parents and children bring separate inner storylines into the consultation
• The impact of fear, distraction, and assumptions on comprehension
• Why doctors must compete with the “voice within” — without raising their own
• The need to understand predictable thought patterns to communicate effectively

Key takeaway:

Our current communication habits often fail because they ignore the mental background noise patients and parents bring into the room. To move closer to effective communication, we must understand — and work with — their inner storylines.

Tune in for a clear, practical look at why communication breaks and how to bridge the gap.

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Music from Sascha Ende via ende.app

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